NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 20, 2026Miami-Dade
Judge to consider new trial for Karmelo Anthony in track meet stabbing case
A judge will hold a hearing this Thursday to decide whether to grant a new trial to Karmelo Anthony, who was convicted earlier this summer for the stabbing death of a 17-year-old athlete at a high school track meet.
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The court's decision will determine whether the murder stands or if the legal proceedings will be reopened.
Key Facts
- A judge is scheduled to hear arguments regarding a new trial request on Thursday.
- Karmelo Anthony was convicted of murder earlier this summer.
- The conviction stems from the stabbing death of a 17-year-old athlete.
- The incident occurred at a high school track meet in McKinney, Texas.
Who's Mentioned
personKarmelo Anthony“Defendant convicted of murder, currently 19 years old.”locationMcKinney, Texas“Location of the court proceedings.”other35 years“Prison sentence length for Anthony.”personAustin Metcalf“Victim of the stabbing, 17 years old at the time of death.”personMichael Chitty“New judge assigned to the case.”locationMcKinney“Location of the court proceedings.”personJohn Roach“Former presiding judge removed from the case.”